12 ton welded air/hydraulic bottle jack (31 pages)
Summary of Contents for yellow jacket BJ-830008
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OWNER’S MANUAL 3 TON SUPER-DUTY JACK Item: BJ-830008 Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at , 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., PST, Monday-Friday. Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
Compact design allows use in confined spaces. Easily fits under low vehicles. Meets ASME PASE safety standards. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Item Capacity Lifting Range Lifting Range Lifting Range Lifting Range Min. (Inch) Max. (Inch) Min. ( m) Max. ( m) 3 TON 101 6 584 2 BJ-830008...
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in serious injury. CAUTION: Do not allow persons to operate or assemble this jack until they have read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding of how the jack works. WARNING: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur.
SAFETY Always follow safety precautions when installing and operating this jack. Keep all decals on the unit clean and visible. Before proceeding ensure that you fully understand and comprehend the full contents of this manual. Failure to operate this equipment as directed may cause injury or death. The distributor is not responsible for any damages or injury caused by improper use or neglect.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Position the Jack Position the jack to only lift on the areas of the vehicle as specified by the vehicle manufacturer. Always Use Jack Stands After lifting the vehicle always support the load with appropriately rated vehicle Jacks stands before working on the vehicle.
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ASSEMBLY 1. Familiarize yourself with the jack. 3. Refer to handle image when performing this step. Press Quick Disconnect on handle piece 2, this will allow slide handle pieces 1 and 2 connect, align the holes on both sections to allow Lifting Arm quick disconnect to trigger.
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SYSTEM AIR PURGE PROCEDURE IMPORTANT: BEFORE FIRST USE Perform the following Air Purge Procedure to remove any air that may have been introduced into the hydraulic system as a result of product shipment and handling. This step is to be completed without any weight on the jack.
BEFORE USE 1. Before using this product, read the owner's manual completely and familiarize yourself thoroughly with the product and the hazards associated with its improper use. 2. Perform the air purge procedure. (See System Purge Procedure.) 3. Check and that the pump operates smoothly before putting into service. 4.
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LOWERING THE JACK 1. Raise load high enough to allow clearance for the jack stands to be removed, then carefully remove jack stands. 2. Remove support stands. 3. Grasp the handle firmly with both hands. Securely hold on to the jack handle so your hands do not slip and ensure the release valve does not rapidly lower.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS If you use and maintain your equipment properly, it will give you many years of service. Follow the maintenance instructions carefully to keep your equipment in good working condition. Never perform any maintenance on the equipment while it is under a load. Inspection You should inspect the product for damage, wear, broken or missing parts (e.g.: pins) and that all components function before each use.
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5. Replace oil plug. TO ADD JACK OIL 1. Position the jack on level ground and lower the saddle. 2. Remove cover plate. 6.Replace coverplate and perform the Air Purge Procedure. Cover plate Cover plate 3. Remove the oil plug. TO REPLACE JACK OIL 1.
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3. Remove cover plate. 7. Replace oil plug. Cover plate 8.Replace coverplate and perform the Air Purge Procedure. 4. Remove the oil fill plug. Cover plate 5. Turn the jack on its side to drain old oil from the ADDITIONAL WARNINGS: oil fill hole.
TROUBLESHOOTING JACK JACK JACK POOR WILL NOT CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS WILL WILL WILL JACK LIFT TO LIFTING FULL LIFT HOLD LOWER EXTENSION LOAD LOAD Release valve is not completely closed (Turn handle clockwise). Weight Capacity Exceeded. Air is in the hydraulics. Purge air from system.
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